Sarah Richard

***** ****** ****

Midlothian, VA *3234 US

Mobile: 804-***-**** - Ext:

Email: adwlbw@r.postjobfree.com

Availability:

Job Type: Remote Jobs

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Part time, Shift Work.

Desired locations:

United States - VA

Work Experience:

Federal Bureau of Prisons, Petersburg VA.

1100 River Road

Hopewell, VA 23860

Accounting Technician:

10/26/2020 - 12/04/2022

Salary: 63,070 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 40

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

As an Accounting Technician I have independently performed administrative and technical functions associated with accounting. Expertise in accounts payable, account receivable, imprest funds and accounting service. I have used the Financial Management Information System (FMIS) now known as Unified Financial Management System (UFMS) to process obligations and invoices as well as travel vouchers, generic and receipt entries. I have managed aspect of purchase orders, contracts, travel authorizations and settlements and enter data on a computerized financial system. I assist in the preparation of monthly account reconciliations utilizing the CORS report from FMIS. The accounting functions carried out have a direct impact on the accuracy of the official BOP financial records. I assist in the year end closeout by comparing fund control with the CORS report from FMIS and identify the differences. I maintain, balance, and reconcile accounts and records and compile reports from FMIS used directly by Financial Management and other cost centers for projecting, planning and controlling costs. I respond to email requests for pay arrangements as instructed by my supervisor and verified status of account with vendors. I have resolved issue and answered complex questions relating to Financial Management. I have been successful at managing multiple assignments while meeting tight deadlines.

As a primary cashier I am responsible for all cash accounting, collections and negotiable instruments, controlled documents and preparing certificates of deposits and receipts. I review obligation reports to assist with fund control. I receive all incoming negotiable instruments and prepare them for deposit with the Federal Reserve Bank. I enter the appropriate accounting entries in Financial Management Information System (FMIS) for incoming funds. I oversee the entire imprest Funds. I also research and follow up to ensure accuracy in every aspect of my assigned duties. I collect funds from the Debitek/Cash to card machine weekly. I ensure readings are taken at the time of the collection, the register of transaction is printed, and verified that funds collected matches with the printed report. I have prepared inmate releases, obligations, payments and cash accountability. I assist in processing travel, I have followed Bureau of prisons policy as well as Federal Travel regulations for all staff. I utilize E2 solutions system by preparing travel authorizations and travel advances to institution employees prior to their trip. I have prepared travel settlements and ensure they are processed in a timely manner, I have reviewed travel receipts and settlements prior to processing for certification. I have maintained Bureau of Prisons program statements, operations memoranda and federal regulations. I have assisted in Operational Review for financial Management.

As an Accounting Technician working in a dynamic financial management and budgeting environment. I interact with staff, department heads, outside contacts in maintaining day to day operations. I effectively analyze and classify financial transactions in accordance with government wide standards. I have briefed my supervisor of the status of my work load. I have proven ability and skill of documenting, maintaining, planning and setting priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced working environment. I have proven to be highly competent in the capabilities of various automated systems. I have independently demonstrated ability to communicate both in writing and in oral. I have been able to address situations with upper level management, staff and inmates. I have proven ability and skill to communicate clearly and audibly while addressing situations, concerns and explaining or expressing ideas to personnel. I have equally proven the ability and skill to communicate effectively. As a result of my commitment to uphold professionalism and dedication to diligence, I have consistently received and maintained EXCELLENT and OUTSTANDING ratings.

Supervisor: Rebecca Hensley 804-***-**** ext.1061)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Work Experience:

Federal Bureau of Prisons, Petersburg VA.

1100 River Road

Hopewell, VA 23860

Unit Secretary

02/2019 – 10/2020

Salary: 59,050.00 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 40

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

As a Unit Secretary I have made travel arrangements for inmates, I have prepared and route all release paperwork to include Residential Reentry Center placements, transfer orders, street and detainer releases. I prepare inmate gratuity forms and ensure accuracy of travel cost, locations and schedules. I have independently performed variety of administrative support duties such as typing and distributing staff meeting minutes, compiling information to generate tobacco litigation reports, examine and disburse mails to appropriate staff and inmates. I have maintained files and documents, reviewed and stamped sensitive documents in accordance with regulations regarding the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). I have independently prepared memorandums such as incident reports, preparation of drafts, letters and supporting memorandums addressing usual and unusual work-related issues for supervisors. I have maintained subject matter files and records by ensuring that files include all required documents and all documents are properly dated, signed and disposed properly.

As a Unit Secretary with knowledge of policies and procedures, rules and regulations, theories and principles, I have proven experience and ability to individually perform various administrative tasks. I have personally demonstrated organizational skill and ability to maintain a safe work environment by securing files and sensitive information and materials in their appropriate areas. I have ensure Time and Attendance files and reports are processed and disposed of in accordance with BOP regulations. Formulate and calculate data to complete Time and Attendance sheets. I have maintained and conducted routine audits on Time and Attendance files, correct leave errors. I have maintained Bureau of Prisons program statements, operations memoranda and federal regulations. I have assisted in Operational Review for Unit Management. I have independently interpreted institution policy and procedure to inmates and fellow staffs. I have individually interpreted instructions and directives to offenders. I have handled routine inquiries from both staff and inmates, providing technical assistance and answering questions regarding the nature of correctional programs. I have consistently received and maintained EXCELLENT and OUTSTANDING ratings.

Supervisor: Unit Manager True McGrath 804-***-**** ext. 4344)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Work Experience:

Federal Bureau of Prisons, Petersburg

1100 River Road

Hopewell, VA 23860

07/2015 -02/2019

Salary: 49,950.00 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 40

Senior Correctional Officer

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

As a Senior Correctional Officer, having autonomously worked different correctional key posts in the complex, and individually supervised inmates’ population in different housing units, and received OUTSTANDING ratings in my current appraisal; I have demonstrated the necessary knowledge, skill and ability (KSA) to observe the principles and practice of prison security by safeguarding the equipment, tools, and materials entrusted in my care; under this organizational setting, SCO responsible for the coordination of efforts and activities gear towards preserving security; protecting staff and offenders; promoting humane correctional treatments programs; boosting up a cozy atmosphere for all personnel and offenders to do their work and time regardless of their race, religion and gender backgrounds.

As an Officer in correctional environment, supervising inmates of varying security levels on a daily basis, I have proven interpersonal skills to work with personnel and offenders of diverse backgrounds. As an Officer with correctional experience, I have distributed work assignments to inmate’s work crew and supervise them to ensure the jobs are done neatly and orderly. As an Officer in the Control Center, I have independently demonstrated accountability on a daily basis as I am fully responsible for the dispensing and the receiving of the institution’s equipment and tools to staff.

As an Officer enforcing institutional rules and regulations governing inmate’ conduct, I have independently demonstrated ability to communicate both in writing and in oral. As a result, I have independently interpreted institution policy and procedure to inmates; I have individually interpreted instructions and directives to offenders. In a similar fashion, I have independently written inmates up for violating institutional prohibited acts. As an Officer supervising inmate in different housing units and work areas, I have personally demonstrated organizational skill and ability to maintain a safe work environment by securing equipment, tools and materials in their appropriate areas.

As an Officer overseeing approximately 120 inmates in a housing unit, in a time of institutional medical emergency, I have independently performed tasks that required both alacrity and precision. As an Officer with diversified backgrounds, having successfully and responsibly demonstrated ability to supervise and lead inmate work crew and orderly in different housing units and work areas in the complex, I have independently proven ability to make sound correctional judgment; deal objectively and harmoniously with other personnel and inmates.

As an Officer in the complex, I have personally proven the temperament and the swiftness that is essential to the performance of correctional duties. As a result of my commitment to uphold professionalism and dedication to diligence, I have consistently received and maintained EXCELLENT, OUTSTANDING and QUALITY STEP INCREASE (QSI) ratings.

Supervisor: Lieutenant Alex Faison 804-***-**** ext. 1136)

Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Education:

American Public University System Charles Town, WV United States

GPA: 3.7483 of a maximum 4.000

Credits Earned: 118/121 Semester hours

Major: Hospitality Management

Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:

Managerial Accounting for the Hospitality Industry

Ethics in Criminal Justice

Human Resources Fundamental

Organizational Fundamentals

Management Ethics

Leadership & Motivation

Quality Service Management

Leadership and Management in hospitality

Introduction to Hospitality Management

Hospitality Law

Marketing and the hospitality Industry

Food and Beverage Management

Restaurant Operations Management

Hotel and Restaurant Purchasing

Food Service Sanitation

Nutrition in the food industry

History and Culture of Wine

Food Service Facilities Design

Quantity Food Preparation

Senior Seminar in Hospitality Management

World literature through the renaissance

Introduction to Biology with Lab

Foundations of online learning

Effectiveness in Writing

American History to 1877

Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology with Lab

Introduction to Ethics (Philosophy)

International Relations

Introduction to Psychology

Introduction to Sociology

Introduction to Law Enforcement

African-American History before 1877

World Literature through the Renaissance

College Algebra

J. Sargent Reynolds Community College Richmond, VA United States

Some College Coursework Completed 04/2012

Credits Earned: 34 Semester hours

Major: Pre-Nursing

Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:

Proficiency in Writing

College Compositions

Arithmetic (PRISMM)

Application Software Integration

Introduction to computer apps/concepts

MATH 3 Algebra 1 (PRISMM)

SDV 100 College Skills

BIO 101 General Biology 1

Mathematic 126 for Allied Health

SOC 200 Principles of Sociology

Chemistry I

IRLS201

Ibogun Comprehensive High School Ifo, Nigeria

Major: General Studies

Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:

CDEV- Financial Management (Cross Dvlp) – BOP

BOP Leadership Program

Key Accounting Concepts and Principles – BOP

CPR Certified

References:

Name

Employer

Title

Phone

Rebecca Hensley

Federal Bureau of Prisons

Business Administrator

804-***-****

Mr. Fenton Gboli

NCI Information System

Assistant Computer Manager

804-***-****

Pastor Reuben Aghedo

Self employed

Former School Board of Director

804-***-****

Additional Information:

• Goal oriented, organized, articulate and proactive; ability to detail oriented and accurate

• Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadline and achieving results;

• Shows persistence when faced with challenges and/or difficulties problems; maintain self-control and remained calm.

• Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matters; ability to absorb and retain details, to communicate persuasively and effectively

• Takes responsibility for incorporating both superior as well as subordinate perspectives and ensure equal participation of team individual team player;

• Places team agenda before personal agenda;

• Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.

• Able to apply good judgment in the context of assignment given and provide effective specialized advice;

• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.

• Share credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings;

• Weighs the pros and the cons of decisions prior to making a final decision;

• Endeavor to identify the key issues in a complex situation, before coming to the core of the problem, and make decision

• Make tough decision when necessary;

• Check assumptions against facts; determine the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decisions.

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